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Melissa E.


Louisville, KY

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver/Occupational Therapy Practitioner

3.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have taken great care of several family members and close friends diagnosed with various stages of dementia, different forms of cancer, as well as diabetes. I am passionate about what I do because I know what it is like to have to depend on someone for all your needs, and trust, compassion, and integrity are all of critical...
Melissa can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Melissa is an excellent caregiver. She is trustworthy, dependable, compassionate, professional, and personable. She has great attention to detail, maintaining safety, hygiene, and providing companionship. I highly recommend Melissa."

Patty C.

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Montgomery A.


Louisville, KY

$10/hr10 yrs exp

Dr. Monte

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Great guy who is Fun, Caring available to help your family! I have years of experience and I am looking for some part time work as I have some extra free time. I have raised 4 of my own children to adulthood and now I am available to you! I have a son with autism, I have worked in a group home and have all kinds of experience...
5.0
"I worked for Monti A. in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He taught me everything I needed to know to perform my job, and took the time to show me when I didn't understand. He's very personable and has a lot of patience with employees and customers. He worked a lot of hours...

Jean W.

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Jewel A.


Louisville, KY

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Jewel,

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'd love to meet and get to know your family! I am non-smoking, punctual, dependable, honest and easy going. I have worked with children from the cradle to geriatric care. I have many years of experience working with Developmentally delayed and Medically involved individuals. My children are grown now (all 5 of them!) and I am...
5.0
"Jewel is a huge part of my son's life. She is prepared with curriculum and projects designed to address his needs, strengths, and areas of potential development. Every time she leaves, it only takes a couple of hours before I hear the question, "When is Jewel...

Ray K.

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Casey R.


Crestwood, KY

$10-30/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Helper

I have worked with children at home of the innocence in the special needs area as well as volunteering at elementary schools. I have also worked with adult with various abilities and disabilities. My father is an amputee and has many other issues. I have been caring for not only him but his wife as well.
5.0
"Casey is a very caring individual who is very capable as a care-giver."

Alana A.

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Lakeshia W.


Louisville, KY

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter For Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Before attending IUS, I attended WKU in Bowling Green, KY. I was a tutor for student disabilities for two years and loved it!!!
5.0
"Keshia is such a positive light and a true role model. She arrived early, with a smile on her face and ready to engage with our son. She is every positive thing you could imagine a babysitter/individual to be! She is kind, compassionate, friendly, intelligent,...

Nicole P.

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Mofoluwaso A.


Louisville, KY

$15-24/hr8 yrs exp

CHILDCARE.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Mofoluwaso also known as Janet. I'm a nurse/ midwife with an experience of over a decade caring for children at any age you can think of. Caring is my passion. I can care for your newborn, infants, toddlers, school age children and so on. I do special needs care as well. I am a Christian and a mother too. I...
Mofoluwaso can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Mofoluwaso was such a gem to find! I needed to hire her for a day when my daughter's day care was closed and I knew in the first phone interview my daughter would be in great hands. She is so warm and loving and was incredibly flexible with my changing work...

Laura O.

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Candy M.


Louisville, KY

$21-25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA For Special Needs Medical & Mental Health

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Vaccinated :) I have been a CNA for over 16 years. I worked at a daytime facility for special needs adults and I have worked with special needs children and adults. I currently work for a Very well respected company on a Crisis Team for Children in Mental Health Crisis. I have experience with Children on the Spectrum...
5.0
"She was absolutely the best!!! So caring and kind with my kiddos - I would have her back any day."

Christina B.

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Madysine B.


New Albany, IN

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

Weekend & Evening Sitter

Hello! My name is Madysine and I am an 19-year-old Honors Program student at Indiana University Southeast, with years of childcare experience in several different settings. I am pursuing a degree in Psychology. I currently work as an RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) and implement ABA therapy for children with autism ages...
Madysine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Madysine is wonderful! She came out just to meet the kids a few days before we needed her to babysit. And prior to her babysitting, she asked for so many important details about the kids, their personalities, our parenting styles, etc. It’s very clear she takes her...

Sarah F.

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Queen D.


Louisville, KY

$26-27/hr8 yrs exp

I am a live-in Care Partner. I have a CNA & Certified Medication Technician license. Are you looking for a Live-in Caregiver? Please contact me thru my profile. My patience and compassion over eight years of caring for the Elderly or special needs persons had led me to cope with many situations. For each person I care for, I...
5.0
"Queen worked with my 5years old son for a couple of months who had Autism this year. I never had to call with that anxiousness after showing her what to do after a week. She had my son all checked leaving him comfortable and clean, every time she leaves, I am so...

Ivy M.

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Leslie M.


Louisville, KY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

I am a certified nurse assistant I've been working for 34 years in the nursing field providing love Companion Care for the elderly and special needs in their home and hospitals and Facilities it's a joy to be a help to someone in need as well as comfort for the family knowing that their loved ones are in good hands this is a...
Leslie can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, hospice services
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Ashley F.


Louisville, KY

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

I am the oldest in my family and have been taking care of brothers, sisters, and cousins since I was 12. Also, have done a lot of work with special needs kids (my sister is special needs). I work Mon-Fri 8-4:30 as a loan officer with the ability to work from home 2 days per week. I also have 2 dogs at home.
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Brooke S.


Louisville, KY

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter!

I've been watching kids and helping with special needs children since I was 14 years old! My first job was as a swimming instructor for children! I genuinely enjoy any time I spend sitting and love keeping the kids entertained! I'm very creative and love coming up with fun activities! I've been through CPR & First Aid training...
Brooke can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Shuneka F.


Louisville, KY

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Caregiver

I have over 25 years of experience caring for Seniors and children. I have worked in Long term care facilities, Hospitals, and in home care. I have experience with Dementia & Alzheimer's, Special Needs, Hospice, Rehab, and more.
Shuneka can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

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Charlotte B.


Louisville, KY

$15-40/hr8 yrs exp

Flexible And Experiences

Hi! My name is Charlotte and I am creative, hardworking, and flexible with a passion for working with children of all ages. I have 8 years of "formal" babysitting experience but as the oldest child of 4, I understand a lot about caring for children of all ages. I am experienced in working with children with special needs and...
Charlotte can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I have worked in ABA therapy centers with high needs children often with Autism Spectrum Disorder for about two years and really enjoy working with special needs children and being able to see the difference I can make. I am studying to be in the mental healthcare field and want to continue working with children throughout my...
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Mary F.


Louisville, KY

$18-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Mary Alyce, and I'm excited about the opportunity to be your nanny. With a background in mental health, I have the skills and experience in child development to create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for your kids. Currently, I am a graduate student at the UofL in the Clinical Mental Health program. I have a...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Lisandra S.


Louisville, KY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Positive And Compassionate Care

I have been caring for people with special needs for over 20 years. I am passionate about supporting people to become their best selves while increasing one's independence and enjoying life. I have family members and friends with disabilities. I have spent my entire adult life and advanced education studying, working and...
I worked as an English as a Second Language teacher for elementary school students. I worked with special needs children within that population, and have an acute sense of language development and needs.
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Karen W.


Louisville, KY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Sitter/Assistant Very Reliable, Honest And Compassiate

I am a licensed occupational therapist with over 25+ years experience in rehab with adults primarily. I am looking to take a break from direct therapy and am available to be a sitter, companion, home assistant. I am very comfortable working with individuals who have physical or cognitive special needs. I can provide minimal...
Karen can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Hello! :) I have 2 years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis and around 2 years in a special education classroom setting. I'm currently getting my masters to become a LBD special education teacher. I have the most experience with children ages 2-10.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Charlestown, IN

Melissa E.

5.0

Melissa is an excellent caregiver. She is trustworthy, dependable, compassionate, professional, and personable. She has great attention to detail, maintaining safety, hygiene, and providing companionship. I highly recommend Melissa.

- Patty C.

Montgomery A.

5.0

Mr. Monty was a loved student assistant to my autistic 12 year old. Everyone at the center loved working with him. He took a special interest in the areas that interested my son so they were buddies from the first week. The rapport he built with my son was incredible.

- Patricia R.

Jewel A.

5.0

Jewel is a huge part of my son's life. She is prepared with curriculum and projects designed to address his needs, strengths, and areas of potential development. Every time she leaves, it only takes a couple of hours before I hear the question, "When is Jewel coming back?" Highly recommend her for...

- Ray K.

Casey R.

5.0

Casey is a very caring individual who is very capable as a care-giver.

- Alana A.

Lakeshia W.

5.0

Keshia worked with our family for a few months helping us take care of our 8-year-old child who is in the autistic spectrum. She was wonderful with him. She is very sweet, honest, and always on time.

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